Dear Family,
I have decided that I m going to learn how to do this so I am not afraid of trying to find out what is happening to our family and look at all your cool pictures. That is my next step is to figure out how to put pictures on, not that I have that many. But as boring as a letter is without pictures, you'll just have to wait til next time. Update on those of us here. Isaac finished football today. The game was with Alta and we won't mention the score, but they improved in the second half. He'll find something to occupy his after school time I am sure. Doubt that it will be homework, but we can keep hoping. Actually, his grades aren't that bad for the load he has had. He might fail seminary, but that is the only things. His dreams still consist of a motorcycle and watching himself drive off (fast) in the sunset or up a hill or over a sand dune. Dream on. Dad ties flies, goes fishing, or mostly watches Hannity and Coombs. What will he do after the election? Be sure to vote and remember the early Americans and what the Revolutionary war was fought for and those founding fathers' dreams of America. Sometimes I think that the big and spacious building is next door. It feels like it anyway with so many people throwing out values and common sense. Okay, let's turn off those guys and continue. Me, the musical is over, thanks to all who came, that was very nice of you. The visiting teaching enrichment is over, and thank you Catherine for all your late night help. Now it is just back to a normal (whatever that is) routine.
Here are things Dad and I really like: Your coming to visit whenever it is; inviting us to programs, games, and other special events; Sunday dinners; when you come and help in the yard and play; pictures; thank you notes or any letters; and lots more and it all has to do with you, our family.
Some things to look forward to: Thanksgiving will be on thanksgiving, Nov. 27. Those who can come let us know and those who can't can come , come on Friday. We will have left overs and play. Then eat some pie. In December, Aaron graduates on Dec. 5. We will be going back to cheer him on. On Dec. 13 is the Jon Schmidt Concert. Those who have spoken for tickets are Miriam and Jordan, Hyrum and Jenna, Dad and Mom, and I have four left. Gingerbread houses will be on the Saturday afternoon (around 3:00 p.m.) and each child should bring their own house or train or bus or whatever to decorate. This seemed to work well last time. We will provide the candy and frosting and anything else to make it interesting. Most of you have your Christmas Eve traditions now, so we will just come visit you on Christmas. We might be going during the break to do something with Isaac and anyone else who wants to join us. Probably snowmobiling up at Yellowstone. (Okay, that brings back memories, but we have to create some for Isaac.) If there is snow we will organize a sledding party and try to have some fun. If there are other things you would like to host or do let us know and we will schedule them in.
Jordan is having a baptism tomorrow. Wayne and Donna are being baptized. Beth, the other one, has moved and is finishing the lessons there. He has admonished us to make sure our food storage is intact. Also pack one bag with duct tape, scissors, pocket knife, matches, plastic bags, etc. rope, anything that could help out that way. We often forget the things that make all the difference. Let conference messages be our guiding post this next six months. FHE can always be an adaptation of a talk. We need to burn it into the hearts of our children that they must follow the prophet no matter what. The very best thing you can do is to teach your children to pray, to love the Saviour and to choose the right. It is a mad, mad world out there and will become less safe as these next few years unfold. Stay close as a family and spend time with each of your children. Love them and teach them. There will be less problems in the future if you teach them the gospel now. That takes time and effort but it is worth every sleepless moment. We love you and love what you are doing. We love your children and are so thankful for you. We pray for each of you every day. Stay happy and as this festive season approaches, may we be filled up with giving thanks. "Count your many blessings , name them one by one. And it will surprise you what the Lord has done."
Love you, Mom and Dad
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